Dog Parks
Albuquerque is home to many dog lovers, such as myself. There are many off-leash facilities around the city, which are listed below. Dog Parks are a great way for both dogs and people to socialize and exercise. I have two dogs, only one of which enjoys the dog parks. When I take her she is shy at first and stays close to me, but as time passes she ventures farther and farther away. She is a very timid dog, but I have noticed that she has become much more comfortable around different people since taking her to the dog park.
Dog Park Locations by Name:
Coronado Park – 301 McKnight Ave NW
Los Altos Park –821 Eubank Blvd NE
Montessa Park –3615 Los Picaros Rd. SE
North Domingo Baca – 7520 Corona Ave NE
Rio Grande Triangle Park –1451 Kit Carson Ave SW
Roosevelt Park – 500 Spruce Street SE
Santa Fe Villiage Dog Park – 5700 Bogart St. NW
Tom Bolack Urban Forest Park – 2000 Dakota St. NE
USS Bullhead Park – 1606 San Pedro SE
Westgate Communtity Park – Valley View and El Patron Rd.
Dog Park Rules and Regulations:
- Parks are open from 6 AM to 10 PM unless otherwise noted
- Park users and dog owners assume all risk related to dog park use
Children under the age of 12 are not allowed inside the off-leash dog exercise area unless accompanied by an adult. Parents must refrain from bringing toddlers and small children to the dog park and at no time be allowed to run with, or chase after dogs in the park
Each owner/handler is legally and financially responsible for the actions of their dog in the off-leash exercise area
Any dog exhibiting aggressive behavior must be leashed and removed immediately
Dogs must be under voice control and in sight of owners/handlers at all times
Dog owners/handlers must have a leash in their possession at all times
Dogs must be kept on a leash until inside the double-gated entry. Enter the first gate with the leash on and remove it prior to entering the second gate. Do the reverse when leaving.
Owners must clean up and properly dispose of waste left by their dog(s)
Owners must cover any holes their dogs dig
Puppies using the park must be older than six (6) months
Dogs must be licensed and vaccinated with tags displayed on a collar
Dogs must be microchipped, spayed or neutered. If a dog is unaltered the owner must have a current Intact Animal Permit.
A female dog that is in heat shall not be permitted in the off-leash dog exercise area
Limit of three (3) dogs per person per visit
No food or drinks allowed within the fenced area
This information is courtesy of the ABQ website